Patient Education Term Category: Overview of Feet and Ankle Problems

Foot and ankle problems can result from injuries; congenital defects and heredity; degenerative diseases; fungal, viral or bacterial infections; abnormal tissue growths; improper footwear; and slight mechanical changes. Here is a list of some common foot and ankle problems: Bunions: A bunion is a deformity of the big toe joint that results from bone misalignment […]